Current Time in Gulu
About Gulu
Gulu is located in Uganda, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a mid-sized city with a population of around 177,400. It runs on Africa/Kampala time, currently UTC+3:00 relative to UTC. Gulu does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountryUganda
- Population177,400
- Latitude2.7746°
- Longitude32.2990°
- Time zoneAfrica/Kampala
- Current UTC offsetUTC+3:00
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Gulu Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Gulu's own coordinates.
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Seasons in Gulu
Approximate dates — the exact moment a season begins shifts by about a day from year to year.
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Daylight Saving Time
Gulu does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The UTC offset stays fixed at UTC+3:00 year-round.
Time Difference from Top 10 US Cities
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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Gulu
What time zone is Gulu in?
Gulu, Uganda uses the Africa/Kampala time zone. It is currently on EAT (UTC+3:00). The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Gulu observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Gulu does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so it stays on UTC+3:00 all year round and never changes its clocks.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Gulu today?
The sun rises at 6:35 AM and sets at 6:39 PM in Gulu today, giving 12h 4m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Gulu and New York City?
New York City is 7 hours behind Gulu right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Gulu?
Gulu is currently UTC+3:00. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.